Renato’s Grêmio mission goes beyond the pitch as coach sets plan | OneFootball

Renato has begun another spell at Grêmio with a clear priority, restore the squad’s belief. The club icon is targeting mindset as much as tactics and fitness to steady performances.

According to Globo.com, he has held one-to-one talks with players struggling in 2026, with Tetê seeking him out to discuss his form. He plans to use the days before facing Palmeiras for conversations and tactical work at CT Luiz Carvalho to strengthen the group mentally.

Renato said he will assign clear roles on the pitch, sharpen the tactical framework during the break for FIFA dates, and correct details wherever possible. He added there is little value in focusing on pressure from the stands and that this is the group for the rest of the year.

He has also urged supporters not to boo, aiming to bring the stands firmly onto the players’ side. The Arena is projected to draw 48,000 to 52,000 for Sunday’s 11:00 meeting with Palmeiras, which, if confirmed, would be the club’s biggest Brasileirão crowd this season.

Grêmio head into the game after three straight defeats and no away win in the league, a run that dented belief under Luís Castro.

After Palmeiras, the break to 6 September will be used for intensive training and player care in his familiar paternal style. The aim is a better environment for the run-in, with the Tricolor starting the 28th round 16th on 28 points, ahead of Vasco on goal difference and Inter on wins.

Source: Globo.com

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